Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Tunisian Crochet

Item: LA5599 - Type: Crochet Patterns.If you like the ease of working with a crochet hook, but admire the look and feel of knitted fabric, you'll love learning Tunisian crochet. Award-winning teacher Kim Guzman walks you through the basics and takes you through each step with clear photos and friendly instructions. Nine fresh projects for you to explore will help you develop the skills you need. Designed for a variety of yarns, the nine unique projects include Stockinette Scarf and Hat, Seed Stitch Ruana, Drop Stitch Cowl, Diagonal Hearts Crib Cover, Felted Duffel, Cabled Mitts, Hoodie Vest, and Mitered Vest.

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Tunisian Crochet Stitch Guide - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsWith this handy and portable reference guide from Kim Guzman, you can choose from 61 pattern stitches to add texture and beauty to your Tunisian Crochet projects. A complete scarf pattern is included to show how to incorporate the pattern stitches in your fashion accessories, afghans, and other projects. In the first chapter, we introduce you to 14 stitches that are the building blocks of Tunisian Crochet stitch patterns. Spend a little time learning to read the charts and getting familiar with each stitch, and then you'll be ready to progress into more complex patterns, including color and lacework. You'll find the Master Symbol List indispensable, as well as the photos and explanations of all the basic stitches. 96 pages.

Hats, Scarves & Cowls - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsIndulge your love of crochet with these great looking accessories from Melissa Leapman. Perfect for gifts or expanding your own wardrobe, these stylish designs have classic details that are easy to crochet.48 pages.

Beginner's Guide to Crocodile Stitch - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsWith its eye-catching layers of "scales," Crocodile Stitch is a fun way to add interest to crochet projects, from fashions to home decor. With Beginner's Guide to Crocodile Stitch by Lisa Gentry, you'll be surprised how easy it is to learn this gorgeous dimensional stitch using our clear photographs and step-by-step instructions, plus online technique videos. Start with the easy Scales Bracelet to learn how to make the individual Scales. Next, learn to make Scales in rounds for the Fanciful Mitts and in rows for the Bordered Scarf. Then practice all the techniques as you make the Plush Pillow, Luxurious Cowl, Embellished Bag, Sleek Shawl, and Perky Flower Motif. You're going to love the versatility of Crocodile Stitch! Pages: 48

Beginner-Friendly Crochet - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsBeginner-Friendly Crochet by Rita Weiss and Mary Ann Frits presents a wide assortment of crochet designs that a beginner can make with ease and confidence. Because inexperienced crocheters can become disillusioned if they dive into a complex pattern too soon, this book is filled with attractive projects that require only a minimum of skill, and the results are something any crocheter might want to use or give as a gift. Projects include a cup cozy, coaster, dishcloth, three throws, three scarves, a cowl, hooded scarf, checkerboard pocket scarf, ear warmer, women's mittens, tablet cozy, mini tote with shoulder strap, child's hat and scarf, teen's hat, wristers, and leg warmers. Basic crochet tips and stitch diagrams are included. Pages: 48

Beginner's Guide to Thread Crochet - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsBeginner's Guide to Thread Crochet by Rita Weiss is an illustrated book of step-by-step instructions devoted to one of the great joys of crochet: creating beautiful lace with a steel crochet hook and fine thread. Learn all about the stitches and techniques; then put your skills to practice with 15 lovely projects, from coasters to an elegant shawl. There also are special helps such as how to increase and decrease, read a pattern, achieve gauge, and starch and block a finished project. Designs include Elegant Edging, Quick Edging, Shells and Clusters, The Royal Edge, Lovely Lacy Scarf, Sea Shell Doily, Summertime Shawl, Lyric Shawl, Delightful Doily, Spring Coasters, Table Runner and Place Mat, Pinwheel Doily, Lacy Capelet, and Sachets. 48 pages

Hats & Scarves - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsStaying warm and looking stylish can be one and the same thing! These 14 scarves, hats, and cowls to crochet with various weights of yarn are fashionable accents, perfect for any wardrobe. The scarves offer beautiful shapes and textures, while the hats include must-have slouch designs, a chic brimmed cap, and a trendy chullo. When the chill wind of winter is blowing, the cowls are delightfully cozy. With most for Easy skill level and a few for Intermediate, they're all fabulous gifts for family and friends. Just don't forget to crochet a few for yourself! 48 pages.

Tunisian Crochet Baby Blankets - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsTunisian Crochet Baby Blankets contains 8 original designs in contemporary colors by Sharon H. Silverman. Whether you're looking for classic cables, ripples, stripes, bobbles, or basket weave blocks, you'll find projects to suit your taste and become heirlooms for that special baby. The projects are all worked in Tunisian crochet, a technique that combines the look of knitting with the ease of crochet. If you are new to Tunisian crochet, or need a refresher on the basics, the Tunisian Crochet Skills section will help you get started. Free online technique videos are also available. Organized from Easy to Intermediate-Plus, the 8 designs include Basket Weave Blocks, Purple Garden, Frosted Stitch Stripes, Color Waves, Bubbling Bobbles, Telegram, Cables and Honeycomb, and Bright Strands.

Beginners Guide to Ripple Afghans - Crochet Patterns by Leisure ArtsBeginners will love these 6 ripple designs! The little book is the perfect size for people on the go. Easy design instructions will make the process so much fun! Patterns included: Rainbow Ripple, Peaceful Ripple, Filet Ripples, Luxurious Ripple, Irresistible Ripples and Rustic Ripple.

Scarves & Cowls - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsReflect your personal style with crocheted scarves and cowls in custom widths and lengths! Complete instructions are provided for making the 12 photographed models in Scarves & Cowls, so you don't have to change a thing to come out with wonderful results. To give you more options, our easy-to-follow charts have already done the math for lots more sizes - 96 in all! You also can change up each design by choosing yarns with different textures or novelty effects or using solid versus variegated colors. Creating a scarf or cowl that is exactly what you want has never been easier. Just imagine all the possibilities! Made using a variety of yarn weights, the six designs by Karen Ratto-Whooley include Mary, Anna, Bessie, Maria, Martha, and Diane. 32 pages. Skill level: easy

Celebrity Baby Fashion - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsCelebrity babies are big news, and all eyes are on what they're wearing. These crochet fashions let you "get the look" seen when the stars ventured out on family days. Includes a cowl, newsboy hat, poncho, hooded scarf, leg warmers, fingerless mitts, slouchy beanie, hat with flower, and blanket. 40 pages. Designs by Lisa Gentry.

Beginner's Guide to Crochet Colorwork - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsAdd excitement to your crochet with color! It's easier than you think, especially with this Beginner's Guide to Crochet Color Work using four popular techniques: Stripes, Mosaic, Intarsia, and Woven Fair Isle. Each section begins with an introduction to the technique, followed by a project or two to put your skills to use. Camera icons let you know when there are free online videos to help you learn the techniques. Get ready to color your world like never before! All made using medium weight yarn, the seven designs by Melissa Leapman include a striped Ripple Cowl; mosaic Baby Blanket; intarsia Kilim Pillow; woven Fair Isle Flower Hat and Ombre Throw; and Snowflake. 48 pages.

Prayer Shawl Ministry - Crochet Patterns by Leisure ArtsJoin the thousands of knitters and crocheters of all faiths who are creating handmade shawls for people in need. Whatever your faith and wherever you live, your handiwork will be a gift of comfort, hope, and peace. Over the centuries, shawls have come to symbolize shelter, peace, and spiritual sustenance. What started as a grass-roots movement has quickly grown into an international cause, with countless numbers of shawls being given to grateful recipients around the globe.
Book includes 8 prayer shawl patterns to knit and crochet, ideas for you prayer shawl ministry, letters of love, and stories of healing. Patterns included: "Crochet Rectangular Stole", "Crochet Small Throw", "Crochet Triangular Shawl", "Crochet Wide Scarf", "Knit Rectangular Stole", "Knit Small Throw", "Knit Triangular Shawl", and "Knit Wide Scarf"

The Cuffed Shawl and More - Crochet Patterns by Leisure ArtsSo chic, so easy to make, and with flowing lines that flatter women of all shapes and sizes, these unique crocheted designs by Shelle Hendrix are today's must-have fashions! Optional features lend lots of versatility to the four basic wraps. The Ruffled Shawl has side buttons that can be fastened to create sleeves. The Hybrid Scarf can be worn as a scarf or a short shawl. The one-size Cuffed Shawl can be made with or without a hood. The Button-Up Poncho in sizes from Small/Medium to 2X/3X can be finished in a variety of ways, with a plain neckline, a collar, or a hood. 32 pages.

Shawls and Wraps - Crochet Patterns by Leisure ArtsDreamy-soft and so very stylish, this collection of five feminine shawls and a fashionable shrug will warm up your wardrobe! With six lovely designs from which to choose, you'll have the just-right wrap ready to go at a moment's notice. Crochet them in colors to complement your favorite outfits, and be sure to make one or two extra for a friend or family member. 6 easy and intermediate projects to crochet using bulky or medium weight yarn: Shell Shawl, Lacy Shawl, Motif Shawl, Striped Shawl, Broomstick Lace Shawl, and Shrug.

Beginner's Guide to Crochet Cables - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsCables are not just for knitters anymore! Crocheters have discovered an easy way to get the look using Post Stitches. These stitches add texture on top of the crocheted fabric because they are worked around the post of a stitch on a previous row. In this Beginner's Guide to Crochet Cables, you'll learn how to combine and cross Post Stitches to create ropes and other cable patterns. Camera icons let you know when there are free online videos to help you learn the techniques. All made using medium weight yarn, the six designs by Melissa Leapman are Rope Cable Infinity Cowl, Diamonds Throw Pillow, Sexton Braid Hat, Ballykeeran Fingerless Mitts, Heirloom Aran Afghan, and Innisberry Pullover. 48 pages.

Dreamy Cocoons - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsDreamy Cocoons features six adorable crochet sacks to wrap that precious baby in the very essence of love! A soft cocoon, paired with a matching cap, beret, or hat, will keep a newborn to three-month-old infant cozy and comfy. The six designs range from truly simple to slightly more intricate, with a perfect pattern for every skill level. Six sets by Kim Kotary to crochet using medium weight yarn : Purple Textures, Orange Flower, Tan Plaid, Yellow Puffs, Ripples and Ruffles, and Blue Tunisian. Pages: 36

Panel by Panel Afghans to Crochet by Leisure ArtsLearning to crochet is such a relaxing, rewarding thing to do! Why not add to your knowledge of crochet with Becky Stevens' beginner, fisherman, and Tunisian stitches? This book presents three sampler afghans that demonstrate just a few of the amazing combinations you can make by mixing and matching these 44 lovely stitches, panel by panel. Not only will you learn new stitches, you'll become your own crochet designer! There are five Basic Crochet Panels, five Easy Panels using short row repeats, 14 Fisherman Panels with lots of texture, and 20 Tunisian Crochet Panels ranging in skill from beginner to intermediate. Selected patterns make up the All the Basics Afghan, Easy Stitches Baby Sampler, and Fisherman and Tunisian Sampler.

Hats & Handwarmers For The Family - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsYour family will love these warm accessories crocheted using a variety of Red Heart yarns! The 10 designs in Hats & Handwarmers for the Family include Strawberry Beret and Wrist Warmers for girls, Boy's Hat and Scarf Set, men's Streetwise Brim Hat, women's Charleston Cloche, Cozy Soft Baby Cocoon and Hat, Beginner Mittens for All, and Colorful Texting Gloves with flip-top fingers and thumbs. Hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves are ideal projects to make throughout the year. They are not a huge commitment of time, and they make appreciated gifts for all ages. With a long tradition of adding comfort, warmth, and style to our lives, Red Heart is happy to share this collection of designs to warm you and yours. Skill level: multi.

Pocket Shawls - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsFeaturing pockets and sometimes a hood, the designs in Pocket Shawls by Karen Whooley are true comfort fashions! They are great for staying cozy at home or when on the go and for keeping your cell phone and other small items handy. Each is sized for adult and child, and two include a doll size. Crocheted using medium weight yarn, the designs include Coastal Tide (ripples), Perky Patches, Granny Pockets, Hooded Comfy, Button-Flap Pockets, Desert Stars, Starry Night, Button-On Hoody, and Shadow Pockets. Pages: 32

Beginner's Guide to Thread Crochet by Leisure ArtsThread crochet is a nice variation from traditional crochet projects. The use of delicate thread and a small hook give each project a dainty, lacey quality. This is a perfect book for the beginner to learn this fine technique.

Hats and Scarves for the Family - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsGreat for gifts, the cozy designs in Hats and Scarves for the Family offer fashionable styles for kids, teens, and adults. Clear instructions are easy to follow, and bonus online technique videos offer extra help. All featuring medium weight yarn, the designs include Houndstooth Set (adult hat and scarf); Lattice Stitch Set (hat and scarf for child and adult sizes); Everyday Set (hat and scarf for child and adult sizes); Team Colors Set (teen hat and scarf to make in any two colors); and Child's Rainbow Ripple Set (scarf and two hat variations). For the classic adult patterns, a color change is all it takes to make them just right for men or women.

Shrugs, Shawls & Boleros - Crochet Pattern by Leisure ArtsThe sensational softness of Lion Brand Heartland yarn gives a comforting feel to the six stylish crochet designs in Shrugs, Shawls, and Boleros. Made in America, this premium acrylic yarn comes in rich heathered and tweedy shades inspired by the natural beauty of the American landscape. Its subtle shades suggest landmarks such as the Redwood Forest, the Everglades, and Yosemite National Park. Heartland is an easy-care medium/worsted weight yarn that is perfect for garments, afghans, and accessories. Trend-setting designs in this gorgeous collection include Chevron Lace Shawl, Filet Crochet Shawl, Convertible Flower Lace Shawl (button it to create sleeves or a vest), Lacy Bolero, Rosy Tweed Bolero, and Quick Cocoon. Pages: 48.